Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
Leanne's struggle with alcohol and cocaine took her to the brink. Now 4 years sober she tells the tale.
Leanne's struggle with alcohol and cocaine took her to the brink. Now 4 years sober she tells the tale.
Leanne's struggle with alcohol and cocaine took her to the brink. Now 4 years sober she tells the tale.
Thursday 25th July 2024
Leanne shares her powerful journey from addiction to sobriety, discussing adoption, ADHD, and the importance of honesty and connection in recovery.
59 minutes
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Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Leanne's early life experiences with adoption and ADHD
- The pressures and challenges of a dancing career
- Her deepening addiction to alcohol and cocaine
- The impact of her daughter's serious health conditions on her life
- The importance of honesty, introspection, and seeking help in recovery
I believe that sobriety is the gift that keeps on giving, which is why I get up every single day
Leanne's story on the Sober Motivation podcast is nothing short of gripping. She takes us through her harrowing journey of addiction to alcohol and cocaine, starting from her early life experiences of being adopted and dealing with ADHD. The pressures of a dancing career only added to her struggles, leading to an almost life-ending relationship with substance abuse.
Leanne opens up about the depths of her addiction, including a suicide attempt, and how the birth of her daughter Darcy, who was born with serious health conditions, became a pivotal moment in her life. She candidly discusses how she spiralled deeper into addiction, but also how she clawed her way back to sobriety. Now four years sober, Leanne reflects on the importance of honesty, introspection, and seeking help and connection in recovery.
Her mantra with her daughter, 'We Move', encapsulates their resilient spirit and determination to keep going despite life's challenges. This episode is a raw and powerful testament to the strength it takes to overcome addiction and the profound transformations that sobriety can bring. If you're looking for a story that is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, this one is for you.